Effectiveness Of C-View Transparent Film Wound Dressing

Transparent dressing makes a valuable contribution to the modern day wound management. C-View is a transparent dressingthat allows for continuous observation of the wound throughout the healing process. Impervious to bacteria and waterproof, it effectively meets the needs of primary and secondary dressing.

What is C-View dressing?

The C-View dressing is a transparent and semi-permeable polyurethane film dressing coated with an acrylic adhesive. It is a waterproof and non-absorbent wound dressingbest suited for wounds with little and no exudate. It is used in post-operative wounds, superficial burns, minor abrasions and superficial wounds.

Benefits of C-View dressing

Retention is better than other similar dressings

Cost-effective option as it does not require frequent reapplication

Self-adhesive; easy to apply as well as remove

Prevent shear and friction forces to trigger any skin breakdown

Can be easily cut to dress difficult wound sites

Allows for the observation of the wound without taking it off

Provides a bacterial and water barrier for the wounds

Latex-free, waterproof film

Where to use C-View dressing?

This is suitable for wounds with little or no exudate

Used on healing the post-operative wounds

Where not to use C-View dressing?

Not to be used on people with known sensitivity to the dressing or its components

Do not use on infected wounds, full thickness burns or deep cavity wounds

Not to be used alone on exuding wounds

Do not use in conjunction with topical medicinal preparations

Precautions to be taken during use of C-View dressing

Gently peel by lifting one corner of the dressing

Support the skin while peeling the dressing off the skin

Peel by stretching parallel skin in the direction of hair growth

Avoid traction to the wound and the surrounding skin

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